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  1. B

    SV6 vs CalaisV buying advice

    Hi, this is my very first post here and I'm also new to the car scene as I'm only now looking to buy my first car so, please excuse my lack of knowledge on commodores and I highly encourage anyone to correct me where necessary :p. So, I'm a P plater looking to buy their first (technically...
  2. B

    2008 VE SV6 - first car

    hey, just bought myself a 2008 SV6 holden commodore and in love, I have been thinking about modding it slightly with not going over the top and haven't got a lot of money to spend, the car owner before was an older lady and drove with care. The car is in perfect condition with a sound system and...
  3. S

    2010 VE SV6 Ute struggling to build up speed

    I drive a 2010 ve sv6 Ute and recently had a significant loss in power as I was about to hit 80km/h, car felt a bit shaky and was struggling at 40-60km/h, any suggestions on what could be the problem? Thx
  4. L

    Automatic Transmission Problem.

    Hi everyone, i have Holden Commodore SV6 2007 automatic transmission. My car takes a few seconds delay to switch to drive only. On a cold run seem fine but when the engine warm up, it sometimes revs high to start moving from stop and the car shakes, sometimes it takes off just fine. Always...
  5. MyVEisAmoneyPit

    Rear left rattle when going over imperfections

    So around 2 years ago, while I was living in remote bush, down a pretty rough dirt road, a very small noise started coming from my rear and over time has now progress so bad that I turn the music up on rough roads and honestly get embarrassed, even though now I live in town on 'smooth roads'.e...
  6. J

    misfiring on idle cylinder 4

    HI, my 2013 sv6 ve is misfiring in the 4th cylinder. Only at idle, under load even the slightest amount it runs smoothly, I've swapped over sparks, and coils and attempted at an injector clean, any thoughts on what could be causing the issue? Wondering if low compression could cause idle...
  7. 1337user

    VE SV6 LLT Engine - Oxygen Sensors

    First Time Poster - Long time watcher lol.. Victorian.. I bought a VE 2010 SV6 I knew it had engine problems. - They guy said it was an O2 Sensor. I brought it home - chucked on my bosch obd2 scanner and its come back with p0300 and p0303 Nothing about the O2 sensor. Now i understand the Bosch...
  8. S

    VE V6 Engine Swap

    I'm not to sure if anyone has asked this before but possibly they have. I'm just wondering if there is any chance of putting a newer allyotec engine from say a 2009 VE SV6 into my 2006 VE SV6. Only reason for asking this is if there is any like big changes made from say the electronic side of...
  9. S

    Timing chain replacement

    So I'm sure this has been covered many times before. I'm just curious as to weather the OEM chains are better or if the aftermarket chains are better for a 2006 Holden SV6 Commodore? Thanks In Advance
  10. N

    VE SV6 commodore help

    Hello! I’m wondering if anyone’s able to tell me what my possible issue might be on me 2011 VE SV6 commodore s2. I’d say maybe a day or two ago whilst trying to start my car I noticed that it struggled to start. It would rev up like usual but then instantly drop super low revs. Almost like it...
  11. Pauli1sv6

    VE Commodore has no power at the fuel pump, fuel pump fuse has power passing through any ideas

    Fuel pump fuse has power passing through it but no power getting to the fuel pump , any ideas tips or hints of how to diognos what the issue is.
  12. B

    2012 sv6 Z series

    Hey all holdy lovers, first time post here. I am looking at buying a 2012 (my12.5) sv6 z series with 106xxx. Is there any main things I need to look out for with these models? I’ve had the vx & vz, but now upgrading to a newer model for a daily & these engines seem to have a bit more then...
  13. T

    Sv6 suspension

    Hi , I have a 2009 sv6 commodore, comes from factory with fe2 suspension . Had it at the mechanic today to get a slight knock in front end fixed , they replace strut tops and Link pins . The problem I have is my car now looks like it is doing a wheelie . I think maybe they have put standard...
  14. Revhigh

    Holden ZB Commodore 2.0L and 3.6L Custom Tuning

    3.6l LGX Commodore ZB +32awkw + 60NM 2.0L Turbo +45awkw + 75NM We're acheiving this with a dyno tune only for $750 in Hallam Victoria WWW.REVHIGH.COM.AU 0---4---1--5----5--4---6---3---6--1 On the 2.0L with our Methanol injection plug+play kit we're getting 70awkw + 120NM. Similar to the Audi...
  15. T

    VF SV6 - should I keep it?

    Hey all. I currently have a 2014 VF SV6 with just under 100k on it. It’s white with bonnet stripes, low profile rear spoiler and 20” rims (were on the car when I bought it new). Been toying the idea of upgrading to another brand, but to be honest I’m actually still pretty happy with my car...
  16. Cody Jayne

    Overheating and aircon not working?? SV6 2009 VE sportswagon

    hey everyone! Having some issues and would love some opinions on what’s going on! My car has 255,000ks, no leaks or anything like that and I get her serviced on time. My oil, coolant and water are all filled up (not over filled) The only issue I have is my transmission on the computer is...
  17. B

    Vz sv6 manual supercharged?

    thinking about super changing and mild cam in my 2005 vz sv6 but not sure how to go about it. Anyone done it and can give me some options of what to buy and the potential kw gain
  18. Prodigygam3er

    3 inch Straight or 3 inch xforce

    Hey guys, havnt really done much in the way of modding my car. Wanted to know which would sound better 3 inch straigh pipes or 3 inch xforce (both just the j pipes) and before anyone says the usual "it wont sound like a v8 so dont try" I understand that it wont, just want it to sound abit louder...
  19. James007

    BLUETOOTH AND UNKNOWN DEVICE PLEASE ASSIST!

    G'day all, Just needing some help with a few questions cheers! 1. Just bought this car used a few days ago and haven't been checking out some of the features and came across this. From my understanding, it is aftermarket and not plugged in so I have no idea its use. PICTURE BELOW!!! 2...
  20. B

    Alloytech coolant pipe

    My 2011 alloytech has cracked the alloy lower coolant pipe at the lower mounting bracket twice. Can't figure why this is happening and just wondering if anyone has had the same trouble?
  21. VEZ LFX V6

    SV6 EXEDY CLUTCH FAILURE

    I'm just throwing it out there about EXEDY clutches and how piss weak they are and how they don't back there own warranty. My EXEDY Heavy Duty Sports Tuff Clutch SMF conversion for my 2012 Holden ute 3.6L SIDI that I paid $1,200 for has failed in a big way with less then 20,000KM on it (6 months...
  22. F

    VF sv6 voice prompt

    hi I recently purchase a vf sv6 this car does not have bult in gps but every time I drive it tells me the speed limat of the road I'm on if I go 5 kms over even while on the phone. Once I got over the speed by 5 kms it says "the speed Limat is 60kmph" while i doing 65 or at shops car park 10kms...
  23. E

    2007 Holden VE sv6 transmission issue

    Gday guys, I'm hoping somebody can help me diagnose a issue I have with my VE Sv6. The other day I was driving and without warning the sequential shift seemingly switched over by itself and red lined my car. I pulled over and turned the car off and on and again, since then the...
  24. C

    VF SS Foglight help.

    My dad recently put the ssv foglights in his sv6 vf. He has got the correct headlight switch with the push able button installed and one of the fuses in the main fuse box, but where he has to put the relay for lights in the fuse box, it is blocked off. My question is, will he need to get a new...
  25. J

    VF SV6 Storm advice!?!?

    Hey fellas, I recently got an apprenticeship and as apart of the gig i get to lease out a car of my choice. Now, the choice is obvious in the sense of what i am going with (VF), but whether i got the regular SV6 Sedan/Ute vs SV6 Storm Sedan/Ute. What are your opinions on both and which one do...
  26. D

    Changing the colour of a 2011 VE SV6 from WHITE to ALTO GREY

    Hi, Sorry admin if this post is in the wrong place I'm new! So my Dad's mate wants to sell me his 2011 VE SV6, Its a lovely car inside and out and only for 12grand which is a very good price. Ive been after a SV6 for a while now and i think this one is it. The only problem is that...
  27. P

    Increase of Speed on a standard SV6

    Hello all. I am all new to this so i hope i am posting in the right area. I have purchased a 2006 SV6 VE Commodore a few months back, i am wanting to know some cost effective ways to increase some Kw in my car. Although i would love to have it supercharged, i really dont have that kind of...
  28. S

    [VIC] Want to buy: VE Commdore Ute SV6

    DESCRIPTION: Wanted to Buy ITEM: VE SV6 Commodore Ute ( Alto Grey or Red preferably ) LOCATION: Melbourne , Vic CONDITION: New or Used DELIVERY/PICK UP INFORMATION: Will travel anywhere in Victoria PAYMENT OPTIONS: Cash or Money Transfer CONTACT DETAILS: PM OTHER...
  29. Major Herbie

    My SV6

    Been on here for awhile but thought I'd start being more active on the forum. Here's a little back story; Girlfriend crashed her "fully hectik" Mirage (Evo rims/bodykit, jetpilot and fox stickers, sub/amp and lowered) :banstick: A few months later and we find out she's pregnant so I got...
  30. D

    2005 vz sv6 CAI problem

    Hey everyone just confused atm about what is going on with the cai. i installed a cai kit from mace engineering and at first i noticed a difference with throttle response but mostly the sound was greatly improved and i was stoked but a few days and drives later the noise or throttle response...
  31. J

    VE vs VE Z series

    Hi all Holden lovers I am looking to buy Holden SV6, 2011 or 2012. This is first time I am going to own a Holden, can someone please school me on the important things I should do my homework on. There are couple of questions I would like to ask: 1. What is the difference between a standard...
  32. L

    Help For First Car Vz Sv6 or Vz Calais

    Hi This is my first post, Im looking for my first car and need some help I really like the look of the Vz but i dont know what would be better a Sv6 or Calais what do you guys think ? im pretty sure i want: Vz Sv6 Manual (Silver) 20" Advanti Tourer wheels OR 19" Super Sports...
  33. P

    SV6 turning over but won't fire!!

    Hi Everyone. Ok, so the other say I was due for a service. When I went to take it in I notice that the engine was running really rough. Anyway leave it with him, come back, service finished but now it wont fire. He said that when he brought it into the workshop it was running on basically 3...
  34. D

    [WA] Your experience with CITY MOTORS Perth? Opinions on 04/06 SV6 and 04 STATESMAN V8

    I'm buying a second hand car been looking at the 05/06 SV6 04 STATESMAN V8. We live 200kms away so catching train up to BUY a car! They have a 3 year warrantee and that is the biggest attractant of the lot!! Local small car dealer offered 3 months warrantee on an 05 SV6. I'm a sucker for...
  35. B

    CD Player won't turn off when door is opened

    My CD player usually switches off as soon as i open the door but recently it will stay on, so i close the door and then reopen it a couple of times till it turns off. I've looked around for some sort of switch that lets the car know when the door is open or closed but i can't see anything...
  36. C

    Best full exhaust system for 2009 SV6

    Just wondering what the best full exhaust system is for performance? I have a 2009 VE SV6.
  37. A

    Ants VZSV6 Impulse Blue

    Hey Gang, Here is my 05 vs sv6 List of mods to do Exhaust Interior lights changed to Blue Black after market AMG wheels photo 1 by Anthony Crosetta Photography, on Flickr photo 2 by Anthony Crosetta Photography, on Flickr photo 3 by Anthony Crosetta Photography, on Flickr...
  38. Eblostdiamond

    Advice and Help with mods

    Hey guys, I've got a series 1 2010 sv6, in a manual and I'm looking at getting these mods done: Calais boot lip spoiler Pontiac G8 bonnet 20" or 22" rims and wheels Colour change on the inside lights (EG Dash, head unit) Black LED tail lights Neons under the back passengers seats...
  39. B

    New sv6

    Hey guys i recently bought a new sv6 looking to do some mods to it but im not that familar with car mods etc so was just wondering if people could give me some pointers / advice at the moment im looking to get a Cold air intake system Exhaust system, people ask me if i want headers or...
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